This has been a challenging week but God seemed to know that and gave me a some time to read a very helpful book and look at some pictures. Sometimes I get so wrapped up in the moment that I forget the big picture. It was not so long ago that I spent every moment praying and begging God to allow us the joy of having children. Anyone who has ever suffered with infertility knows those prayers all to well. My prayers were answered in ways that I could never have hoped. He sent us two angels. It's funny how quickly you forget the pain and forget to be thankful for the gifts. Being a parent is the hardest, most challenging job I have ever had, yet it is also the best job in the world. Yes, my children can be challenging. Yes, I lose my temper and wonder "why me" at times. Yet I realized something very important today, I wouldn't change a thing. This is not so say that I won't have days where I feel sorry for myself but I think I have a better perspective now. . . Just look at these little faces. I am so blessed!
So true! Such a great post for me to look back on when I am having "one of those days"! I would love to know the book you read...I'll put it on my list and maybe I'll get around to reading it next summer! :-)
ReplyDeleteAdorable... and well said. I completely agree! Motherhood is incredible and sometimes incredibly hard. Thats why mommies have other mommy friends! Thank you for the thoughts!
ReplyDeleteI look at these little people and feel so very blessed to have them as my grandchildren! Thank you, Garrett and Nikki, for bringing them into our lives!
ReplyDeleteIt isn't always easy, but being a parent is pretty darn incredible! Alli and Eli are very lucky to have you and G and on the hard days as long as we can say that the kids are taken well care of then I think we have succeeded. :) Keep your chin up and remember that you aren't alone! PS. Loved the cauliflower chips ;)
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